Undergraduate

Overview

The College of Engineering at The University of Texas at San Antonio offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering.

Students enrolling in these engineering disciplines are given an opportunity to develop a strong background in the engineering sciences and to learn the analysis, design and synthesis tools necessary to be an active participants in traditional, as well as new and emerging areas of technology.

The College of Engineering has excellent laboratory facilities where students receive hands-on instruction by faculty. Computer-aided design (CAD) facilities, including state-of-the-art workstations, are routinely used in all programs. Some classes are taught by adjunct faculty from local industries, giving students the opportunity to interact with engineering professionals engaged in relevant engineering practice.

Our Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. Our Chemical Engineering is a new program and we are currently working toward accreditation. Graduates from the College of Engineering have excellent opportunities for employment and pursuit of graduate degrees.

Admissions

Admission to any UTSA Engineering undergraduate program is based on UTSA’s undergraduate admission requirements, plus additional College of Engineering admission criteria. Students interested in the Biomedical Engineering or the Chemical Engineering program must meet additional requirements.

>> EXEMPTION: Freshmen with transferable credit(ex. AP, CLEP, or IBC) for placement into Calculus I or higher are exempt from taking the Math Placement Exam or ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. See the UTSA Testing Services website for more information.

Have a transfer grade point average of at least 2.50 and a grade point average of at least 2.50 in all mathematics, sciences, and engineering coursework,

OR

Have a transfer grade point average of at least 2.25 and a grade point average of at least 2.25 in all mathematics, sciences, and engineering coursework, and be granted admission to a College of Engineering major by the College Holistic Review Committee.

Advising Center

The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Engineering Advising Center provides timely, accurate information, and professional advice about degree programs, university policies and procedures, and campus resources.

We are located in the Engineering Building, EB 3.04.04, and can be reached at 210.458.5525.

We are dedicated, diverse, and caring professional undergraduate academic advisors at The University of Texas at San Antonio. We guide UTSA undergraduate students, transfer students, and potential students toward success in achieving their academic goals. As liaisons between students and the institution, we offer our professional expertise in a service-oriented environment.

This interaction empowers students to develop their educational plans according to their life goals. Therefore, we positively influence post-secondary education for future generations and foster the growth of our university community and culturally diverse society.

Students who have been assigned to one of its academic advisors (usually based on successful completion of Calculus I). All newly admitted students who are Pre-engineering/University College majors will be advised by Student Placement Advising Center in MS 2.02.18, (210)458-5170 until they have successfully completed Calculus I. Prospective students should contact: UTSA Office of Admissions (210) 458-2000 transfer@utsa.edu

Advising FAQ's

The Engineering Advising Center offers students the opportunity to sit down with advisors and ask questions regarding their major and college plan.

On the third floor of the Engineering Building, EB 3.04.04.

Students may make an appointment with their acadmic advisor by contacting the Engineering Advising Center’s office (210)458-5525/coeadvising@utsa.edu. To see an advisor during Walk-In Advising hours, visit the Advising Center’s office and sign-in with the front desk. If you need to see an advisor at a time when Walk-in Advising is not available, contact the Engineering Advising Center’s office (210) 458-5525/coeadvising@utsa.edu. It is not necessary for students to make an appointment during Walk-In Advising hours. Walk-In Advising hours change periodically, so check the Advising Hours section on the Advising homepage before planning your visit.

Students who fail to maintain the minimum required grade point average of 2.0 in all work attempted at UTSA will be placed on Academic Warning, Academic Probation or Academic Dismissal. To learn more about these academic standings, visit the College of Engineering Academic Standing webpage.

Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. For more information about the College of Engineering’s Degree Programs, please visit the Prospective Students webpage.

Various offices place student records on hold for many reasons that include but are not limited to academic successes and account balances. Please check with our front desk staff to check whether you have any holds on your record. Only the office that placed the hold on your record can release that hold.

Center of Excellence for Engineering Education

The Center of Excellence for Engineering Education (CE3) provides a holistic approach for improving the quality of engineering education at The University of Texas at San Antonio. The center strives to improve the preparedness and marketability of the students in the College of Engineering for challenging and rewarding careers.

What We Do

Workshops for writing and problem solving skills, resources for internship opportunities, tutoring and gate keeper courses, FE exam preparation, and career advising are all examples of the activities on hand at the center. The center also facilitates sequential internships in local industries as part of student development.

Our Mission

The CE3 seeks to support UTSA’s engineering students by sponsoring special classes, initiatives and events that strengthen academic performance and foster a learning community that contributes to increased retention and graduation rates.

Our Objectives

Improve retention and graduation rates in the College of Engineering

Lead superior research on teaching and learning in engineering disciplines and to disseminate the results

Provide essential resources to engineering faculty and students to improve the quality of engineering education

Promote multidisciplinary capstone programs with industry involvement

Provide educational support for the science and math teachers and students for grades K-12 at the K-12

Increase external funding for engineering education activities

Benefits

For Engineering Students

Special research and mentoring opportunities for undergraduate engineering students

Assistance in identifying and applying for off-campus summer research opportunities

UTSA Mission
The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property – for Texas, the nation and the world.

UTSA Vision
To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.